Hazzan Matt Austerklein

Cantor Matt Austerklein is honored to join Temple Beth El after serving with distinction at pulpits in Bethesda, Maryland, Akron, Ohio, and Sarasota, Florida. Cantor Matt is a well-known educator and musicologist, and is currently finishing his PhD dissertation in Jewish Studies at Halle-Wittenberg University. He is the editor of three books, and the author of dozens of articles on Jewish Music. Cantor Austerklein is passionate about nigunim, and leads musical events and services that center the voice of the congregation.

Cantor Austerklein lives in Akron with his wife, Rabbi Elyssa Austerklein, and their two children, Georgie & Beatrice.